{"id":5534,"date":"2015-03-18T16:06:03","date_gmt":"2015-03-18T16:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/centerforcoachingcertification.com\/coachingblog\/?p=5534"},"modified":"2022-09-08T20:27:27","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T20:27:27","slug":"what-does-it-mean-to-be-present-for-a-client","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/what-does-it-mean-to-be-present-for-a-client\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does It Mean To Be Present For A Client?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>What Does It Mean To Be Present For A Client?<\/p>\n<p>It means to be in the now. So what exactly does that mean? A coach focusing upon a client\u2019s verbiage, the choice of expression, the tone of voice, and understanding a client\u2019s perspective is the basis for a coaching relationship. Reflecting back a client\u2019s words, values, and perceptions is being present and builds rapport, one of the most valuable parts in a coaching relationship.<\/p>\n<p>Comprehending how you listen as a coach takes time to learn. As focus deepens, it may magnify personal habits which inhibit clear understanding. For example, noticing if there is a tendency to find a reply prior to the client finishing a statement is a clear indicator that one is not completely staying focused on the client\u2019s words.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.CoachCert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5695 size-medium\" title=\"What Does It Mean To Be Present For A Client?\" src=\"https:\/\/www.CoachCert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"What Does It Mean To Be Present For A Client?\" width=\"169\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-577x1024.jpg 577w, https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-768x1362.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-866x1536.jpg 866w, https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-1155x2048.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-34x60.jpg 34w, https:\/\/www.coachcert.com\/coachingblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-Present-For-A-Client-scaled.jpg 1443w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/><\/a>Finding a tool which brings back attention to client centeredness is a fabulous instrument for each coach to encompass. Consider some personal check-ins that will work in terms of bringing the focal point into present listening. Perhaps it is as simple as a check-in like rubbing your thumb across the tips of your fingers as a reminder, pressing your shoes to connect to the floor, or slightly rolling shoulders back. Having some personal action that reinstates the centering upon communication between you and a client is an excellent way to keep the coaching in deep listening mode.<\/p>\n<p>Active listening, powerful questions, and direct communication all come from being present with each client.<\/p>\n<p>Example Questions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What is your present experience?<\/li>\n<li>How do you want to focus the coaching session?<\/li>\n<li>How will you measure success now?<\/li>\n<li>Update me upon what is happening since we last spoke.<\/li>\n<li>What is your vision for this project today?<\/li>\n<li>What does accomplishment look like in this moment?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Being present is an <a href=\"http:\/\/www.coachfederation.org\/\">International Coaching Federation<\/a> competency because presence is a vital part of communicating effectively with clients.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Does It Mean To Be Present For A Client? It means to be in the now. 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